Director, Compliance

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Develop and manage the Company’s Compliance and Ethics Program.

• Create an annual compliance work plan, a comprehensive compliance calendar, and oversee the Compliance and Ethics Committee.

• Supervise compliance risk assessment and monitoring initiatives.

• Conduct compliance audits and cultural assessments in high-risk areas.

• Administer the Compliance Hotline, including handling intake, triage, referrals, investigations, and resolutions.

• Lead investigations into alleged breaches of laws, regulations, and Company policies.

• Formulate, execute, and track corrective measures and remediation strategies.

• Identify compliance deficiencies and communicate findings to the General Counsel and executive leadership.

• Foster cross-functional relationships to align risk, compliance, and ethics efforts.

• Develop policies and reporting frameworks that promote the reporting of suspected non-compliance.

• Design and provide compliance training, educational resources, and awareness initiatives.

• Keep abreast of the regulatory landscape in educational technology and curriculum compliance.

• Prepare compliance reports and presentations for leadership, Board members, and investors.

• Oversee and mentor members of the Compliance and Ethics team.

⛳️ Requirements

• In-depth knowledge of compliance and ethics frameworks, including regulatory obligations related to educational technology, curriculum development, and pertinent federal and state laws and regulations.

• Capability to design, implement, and enhance enterprise-wide compliance programs, including risk assessment methodologies, investigative protocols, monitoring systems, and corrective action tracking.

• Strong investigative abilities and experience in conducting or supervising intricate compliance investigations.

• Proven leadership skills and a track record in team development.

• Ability to collaborate effectively with legal, operational, and business leaders.

• Proficiency in translating complex regulatory requirements into practical guidance and training.

• Strong orientation towards data analytics, including case management data, trend analysis, and root cause analysis.

• Ability to uphold confidentiality and integrity in sensitive investigations and compliance issues.

• Bachelor’s degree is required.

• Certified Compliance and Ethics Professional (CCEP) is required or expected to be achieved within 12 months of hire.

• A minimum of 8–10 years of progressive experience in compliance, ethics, legal, or regulatory roles.

• At least 3–5 years in a leadership or program management position overseeing a compliance function.

• Experience in designing and operationalizing enterprise-wide compliance programs.

• Experience in educational technology or other highly regulated industries is preferred.

• Experience managing compliance investigations from start to finish, including hotline management, case management, root cause analysis, and reporting.

• Experience in presenting to or developing materials for executive leadership, boards of directors, and/or investors.

🏝️ Benefits

• Eligibility for the company bonus plan.

• Medical insurance coverage.

• Dental insurance coverage.

• Vision insurance coverage.

• Basic life insurance.

• 401(k) plan with employer matching.

• Flexible vacation policy.

• Flexible sick leave policy.

• Twelve paid holidays.

• Winter office closure between Christmas and New Year's.

• Additional perks and benefits.